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Hail damage is a common concern for property owners in regions where hailstorms are a threat. It's critical to know the considerations that affect hail damage, how hail impact is tested, and if you should sign a cosmetic hail/wind damage waiver.

If you're a commercial contractor, installer, or property owner, knowing the proper way of applying for a metal roof or wall weathertight warranty can make the process go smoother. Read the step-by-step procedure here.

Having a weathertight warranty for the metal roof or wall system on a commercial, architectural, or structural structure is the best way to protect the property owner's investment and ensure the system is installed correctly.

There are distinct differences between synthetic and asphalt-saturated felt underlayment used for metal roofing systems. Stay educated on the advantages and disadvantage of these two popular underlayment options.

Both standing seam and exposed fastener systems make great choices for nearly any building type, but it's important to know the differences, advantages, and disadvantages between the two choices before you buy.

Standing seam metal roofing is growing in popularity due to its superior weather-tight qualities, its sleek/modern look, and how long it's expected to last. Learn more about the benefits, drawbacks, and uses for this prominent metal roofing type.

No one wants a problem to come up during a roofing installation, but do you know how to address potential contractor issues if they do? Stay educated on how to best solve these problems to ensure you aren't stuck with added repair costs.

Many metal roofing contractors are qualified and end up doing great installation work on a home or business property. However, there are instances where problems can occur, so it's best to know what to look for and how to prevent problems right from the start.

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Sheffield Metals is a leader in the distribution of coated and bare metal products, as well as Engineered Standing Seam Metal Roof (SSMR) & Wall Systems. We specialize in providing painted Galvalume® and aluminum for the architecturally driven metal panel industry. Sheffield Metals has the ability to meet a wide array of needs with more than 50 colors continuously stocked. We can also match virtually any custom color to suit a particular project.